Giovanni's Pizzeria – Italian
The air at Giovanni’s is thick with the comforting aroma of wood-smoke and garlic, drawing guests into a rustic space where the rhythmic slap of dough provides a steady heartbeat. Each hand-stretched pie arrives with a crackling, leopard-spotted crust and vibrant toppings that sing of the Mediterranean sun, offering a soulful taste of Italian tradition. This neighborhood gem transforms the simple act of sharing a pizza into an intimate, sensory journey through the heart of the Old World.
1011, Columbus Avenue, New York, NY, 10025 +1-212-663-7000 https://www.giovannisoncolumbus.comRating: 3.8/5 (359 reviews)
Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $
Dietary options: high-protein, nut-free, vegetarian, dairy-free, vegan, keto, low-carb, gluten-free, pescatarian, sugar-free, mediterranean, plant-based, low-fat, heart-healthy, paleo, diabetic, whole30, low-sodium, weight-watchers, low-cholesterol, anti-inflammatory, clean-eating, high-fiber, atkins, south-beach, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, tlc, detox, raw-food, zone, volumetrics, alkaline, low-fodmap, mayo-clinic, slow-carb, pegan, candida
Currently open
Hours
- Sunday - Thursday
- 11:00 AM - 10:30 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 11:00 AM - 11:30 PM
What diners are saying
While opinions on service and cleanliness vary significantly, customers generally agree that the pizza itself is a solid, classic NYC option. Diners appreciate the convenient, old-school atmosphere, with some praising the kind service and others noting it as a decent spot for a quick bite. Standout items include the pepperoni pie and garlic knots, though reviewers have mixed feelings about the value, with some finding the prices high for single slices while others consider it a great deal.
Menu
- 10% OFF To Any Order of $150 or More: Coupon 10%
- Lasagna Pizza - $23.95: Ground beef, ricotta, mozzarella, tomato sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Buffalo Chicken Pizza - $23.95: Buffalo sauce, celery & bleu cheese. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- French Fries - $3.95: Our delicious French fries are deep-fried ‘till golden brown, with a crunchy exterior and a light fluffy interior. Seasoned to perfection! Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap
- Kid's Spaghetti - $8.95: Choice of butter or tomato sauce. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Cheese Pizza - $15.95: Classic cheese or create your own pizza. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Sicilian Cheese Pizza - $19.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Giovanni's Special Pizza - $22.95: Pepperoni, onions, peppers, sausage, bacon, meatballs, mushrooms. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Primavera Pizza - $22.95: Spinach, broccoli, peppers, onions, mushrooms, fresh tomato. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Meat Lover Pizza - $22.95: Ham, salami, pepperoni, sausage, bacon, meatballs. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic
- Lasagna Pizza - $23.95: Ground beef, ricotta, mozzarella, tomato sauce. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, Mayo-Clinic
- Chicken Bruschetta Pizza - $23.95: Chopped tomato, red onions, balsamic vinegar, light olive oil. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Chicken Parmigiana Pizza - $23.95: Chopped chicken cutlet, tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, Mayo-Clinic
- Chicken Alla Vodka Pizza - $23.95: Pink vodka sauce with melted mozzarella cheese topped with a chicken cutlet. Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Raw-Food, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida
- Buffalo Chicken Pizza - $23.95: Buffalo sauce, celery & bleu cheese. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, High-Fiber, Zone, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Eggplant Rollatini Pie - $22.95: Eggplant, ricotta & mozzarella. Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Raw-Food, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida
- Hawaiian Pizza - $22.95: Ham, pineapple, mozzarella, pizza sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins
- Chicken Marsala Pizza - $24.95: Sauteed chicken with mushrooms, marsala wine, topped with melted mozzarella. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Bianca Pizza - $22.95: With spinach or broccoli Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Margherita Pizza - $24.95: Fresh mozzarella, fresh basil, fresh garlic & fresh tomatoes. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- BBQ Pizza - $23.95: Grilled chicken, red onions, BBQ sauce. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins
- Grandma Pizza - $26.95: Thin square with plum tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella and fresh basil. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Cheese Pizza Slice - $3.5 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, TLC, Mayo-Clinic
- Sicilian Pizza Slice - $4.6 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach
- Gourmet Pizza Slice - $5.95 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Large Pie, Wings & 2-Liter Soda Special - $31.95 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Large Pie, Baked Ziti, 6 Garlic Knots & 2-Liter Soda Special - $31.95 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins
- Zucchini Sticks - $7.95: Zucchini sticks dipped in an egg mixture with bread crumbs, parmesan cheese, baking powder, & salt, fried until golden brown.
- Grilled Calamari - $13.95: With lemon, crispy lettuce.
- Fried Calamari - $14.95: With tomato sauce or fra Diavolo on the side.
- Mozzarella Sticks - $9.95: With homemade tomato sauce on the side.
- Garlic Bread - $5.95: Bread, topped with garlic, and herb seasoning, baked to perfection. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Garlic Bread with Cheese - $7.95: Bread, topped with garlic, herb seasoning, baked to perfection. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Buffalo Chicken Wings - $15.95: With celery, carrots & blue cheese. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Garlic Knots - $3.95: A classic snack, our garlic knots are strips of pizza dough tied in a knot, baked, and then topped with melted butter, garlic, and parsley. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Garlic Knots with Cheese - $5.95 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- French Fries - $3.95: Our delicious French fries are deep-fried ‘till golden brown, with a crunchy exterior and a light fluffy interior. Seasoned to perfection! Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Pizza Fries - $8.95: Loaded with pizza sauce, mozzarella.
- Onion Rings - $4.95: Crispy onion slices deep-fried until golden-brown.
- Beef Pattie - $3.5
- Beef Pattie with Cheese - $5.5
- Chicken Fingers - $10.95: Breaded & fried chicken strips.
- Garden Salad - $8.5: A generous portion of fresh letters, tomatoes, carrots, cucumbers, red onions, and black olives with your choice of our house dressing.
- Grilled Chicken Salad - $9.95: Chicken, lettuce, tomato, onions and cucumbers.
- Caesar Salad with Croutons - $8.95: With homemade dressing.
- Caesar Salad with Grilled Chicken - $11.95
- Antipasto Salad - $9.95: Regular salad with ham, salami, American & mozzarella cheese & olives.
- Greek Salad - $11.95: Feta cheese, anchovies and regular salad.
- Fresh Mozzarella Salad - $11.95: Garden salad with fresh mozzarella cheese, roasted peppers.
- Arugula Salad - $9.95: Arugula, red onions, cucumbers and olives.
- Eggplant Rollatini - $10.95: Rolled eggplant, mozzarella, and ricotta cheese, and tomato sauce.
- Meatballs - $7.95: With tomato sauce.
- Grilled Sausage - $7.95: With tomato sauce.
- Grilled Chicken Breast - $9.95
- Sauteed Broccoli - $8.95: With olive oil & garlic.
- Sauteed Spinach - $8.95: With olive oil & garlic.
- Broccoli Rabe - $9.95: With olive oil & garlic.
- Cheese Calzone - $7.95: Made with ricotta cheese and mozzarella.
- Chicken & Cheese Roll - $8.95
- Broccoli & Cheese Roll - $8.95
- Spinach & Cheese Roll - $8.95
- Eggplant & Cheese Roll - $8.95
- Sausage, Peppers & Onions Roll - $8.95: Hippie roll. Served with fresh tomato sauce on the side.
- Gyro Sandwich - $9.95: Lamb or chicken.
- Gyro Platter Sandwich - $11.95: Lamb or chicken. Served with fries.
- Plain Steak Sandwich - $8.5
- Cheese Steak Sandwich - $9.5
- Cheesesteak, Peppers, Onion & Mushroom Sandwich Special - $10.5
- Meatball Hero - $8.95: With marinara sauce and meatballs.
- Chicken Cutlet Hero - $9.95: Breaded cutlet topped with sauce.
- Chicken Supreme Hero - $10.95: Slice ham, chicken cutlet and melted mozzarella with sauce on the side.
- Grilled Chicken Hero - $10.75: With lettuce, tomato, onion and mayo.
- New Yorker Hero - $10.75: Chicken breast with bacon American cheese & Russian dressing.
- Veal Hero - $10.95
- Veal & Peppers Hero - $11.75
- Sausage Hero - $8.95
- Sausage & Peppers Hero - $9.95
- Eggplant Hero - $8.95
- Little Italy Eggplant Hero - $9.95: With roasted peppers and melted mozzarella.
- Shrimp Hero - $11.95
- Italian Combo Hero - $10.5: Ham, salami, Provolone cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, onions, mayo.
- Cold Hero - $9.5: Ham, American cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, onions, mayo.
- Peppers & Eggs Hero - $8.95
- Plain Beef Hamburger - $6.95: With lettuce, tomato, pickle, onions & ketchup on the side.
- Beef Hamburger Deluxe - $9.95: With lettuce, tomato, pickle, onions & ketchup on the side. Served with fries.
- Plain Cheese Hamburger - $7.95: With lettuce, tomato, pickle, onions & ketchup.
- Cheese Hamburger Deluxe - $10.95: With lettuce, tomato, pickle, onions & ketchup. Served with fries.
- Plain Buffalo Chicken Breast Burger - $7.95: Hot sauce, blue cheese & celery.
- Buffalo Chicken Breast Burger Deluxe - $10.95: Hot sauce, blue cheese & celery. Served with fries.
- Buffalo Chicken Wrap - $9.95: Buffalo chicken, lettuce, tomato and bleu cheese.
- All American Wrap - $9.95: Chicken cutlet, bacon, yellow American cheese, lettuce, and tomato.
- Grilled Chicken Caesar Wrap - $9.95: Grilled chicken, romaine lettuce & Caesar dressing.
- Mulberry Wrap - $9.95: Ham, salami, prosciutto, fresh mozzarella, roasted peppers, and tomatoes.
- Pasta with Marinara Sauce - $11.95: Pasta tossed in our homemade marinara sauce.
- Pasta with Tomato Sauce - $10.95: Pasta tossed in our homemade tomato sauce.
- Pasta with Meatballs - $14.95
- Pasta with Sausage - $14.95
- Calamari Over Pasta - $17.95: With marinara sauce or Fra Diavolo.
- Penne Alla Vodka - $15.95: Pink vodka sauce, made to order.
- Pasta with Bolognese Meat Sauce - $15.95
- Giovanni's Pasta I - $15.95: Served with ziti, garlic, olive oil & grilled chicken.
- Giovanni's Pasta II - $17.95: Pasta with grilled chicken, broccoli and garlic oil.
- Fettuccine Alfredo - $15.5: With cream and parmigiana cheese.
- Linguine with Red Clam Sauce - $17.95: Linguine in a red & butter sauce topped with clams.
- Linguine with White Clam Sauce - $17.95: Linguine in a white & butter sauce topped with clams.
- Pasta Primavera - $16.95: Mixed vegetable, broccoli, spinach, tomatoes, onions, mushrooms, peppers, garlic & oil.
- Spaghetti Carbonara - $16.95: Chopped onions, bacon, butter, egg yolk, cream, parmesan cheese.
- Tortellini Alfredo - $18.95: Tortellini with creamy alfredo sauce.
- Tortellini Alla Vodka - $18.95
- Lasagna - $15.95: Homemade
- Stuffed Shells - $14.95: Jumbo
- Ravioli - $14.95: Jumbo Meat or cheese.
- Baked Ziti - $14.95: Tomato sauce, ziti, mozzarella.
- Baked Ziti Sorrentino - $15.95: With ricotta & mozzarella.
- Manicotti - $14.95: A large tube of fresh pasta stuffed with a blend of soft cheese.
- Lobster Ravioli - $18.95: Ravioli stuffed with delicious lobster meat.
- Baked Ziti Siciliano - $17.95: With ricotta and eggplant.
- Chicken Parmigiana - $16.95: Breaded chicken cutlet, tomato sauce & mozzarella cheese.
- Chicken Piccata - $17.95: Chicken breast with butter, lemon, white wine, and capers.
- Chicken Marsala - $17.95: Chicken breast with mushrooms, white wine, and butter sauce.
- Chicken Francese - $17.95: Chicken breast with egg, lemon, white wine butter.
- Chicken Saltimbocca - $18.95: Chicken breast, prosciutto, spinach & cheese with mushrooms.
- Chicken Bruschetta - $17.95: Chopped tomatoes, red onions, balsamic vinegar light olive oil.
- Veal Parmigiana - $18.95: Breaded veal cutlet, tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese.
- Veal Piccata - $19.95: Veal cutlet, sauteed with butter, lemon, white wine and capers.
- Veal Marsala - $19.95
- Veal Bruschetta - $19.95: Chopped tomatoes, red onions, balsamic vinegar, light olive oil.
- Eggplant Parmigiana - $14.95: Breaded eggplant, tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese.
- Eggplant Rollatini - $16.95: Mozzarella, ricotta cheese wrapped in eggplant with tomato sauce & cheese.
- Eggplant Bruschetta - $15.95: Chopped tomatoes, red onions, balsamic vinegar, light olive oil.
- Fried Shrimp - $18.95: Fresh fried shrimp with butter served with lemon, crispy lettuce, tomato sauce on the side.
- Shrimp Marinara - $18.95: Marinara sauce with fresh shrimp.
- Shrimp Parmigiana - $18.95: Breaded shrimp with tomato sauce and mozzarella cheese.
- Shrimp Scampi - $18.95: Breaded shrimp, garlic, butter, white wine, and lemon.
- Calamari with Shrimp - $21.95: Fra diavolo or marinara. Over pasta.
- Kid's Ziti - $8.95: Choice of butter or tomato sauce.
- Kid's Spaghetti - $8.95: Choice of butter or tomato sauce.
- Kid's Spaghetti with Meatballs - $9.95: With tomato sauce. Spaghetti topped in our homemade meatballs.
- Kid's Chicken Fingers - $9.95: Delicious chicken tenders.
- Kid's Chicken Fingers with Fries - $11.95
- Kid's Ravioli - $9.95
- Homemade Cannoli - $4.5: Delicious tube of fried dough, filled with a sweet, creamy ricotta filling.
- NY Cheesecake - $5.5: Classic New York cheesecake with a creamy satiny texture.
- Oreo Cake - $5.5: A perfect combo of incredibly moist chocolate cake layered with sweet buttercream frosting made with Oreo cookies.
- Carrot Cake - $5.5: Moist cake, spiced with cinnamon and frosted with cream cheese frosting.
- Zeppolis - $5.5: Italian palm-sized funnel cakes.
- Tiramisu - $5.5: A delicious coffee-flavored Italian dessert. Ladyfingers dipped in coffee, layered with a whipped mixture of eggs, sugar & mascarpone cheese, flavored with cocoa.
- Soda - $1.95
- Snapple - $2.95
- Poland Spring Water - $1.95
- 2 Liter Soda - $4.95
- Lasagna Catering - $70: Stacked layers of pasta packed with meat and cheese, covered in red sauce. Pro tip: Go for the crispy edge pieces.
- Ravioli Catering - $60: Ravioli stuffed with classic cheese.
- Manicotti Catering - $60: A large tube of fresh pasta stuffed with a blend of soft cheese.
- Stuffed Shells Catering - $60: Classic ricotta stuffed shells with flavorful three-cheese ricotta filling and delicious marinara sauce.
- Baked Ziti Catering - $50: Ziti with mozzarella and tomato sauce baked to perfection in our oven.
- Spaghetti & Meatballs Catering - $65
- Sausage & Peppers Catering - $65
- Penne Alla Vodka Catering - $65
- Ziti, Broccoli, Garlic & Oil Catering - $65
- Pasta Marinara Catering - $50
- Cheese Tortellini Marinara Catering - $70
- Cavatelli Marinara Catering - $70
- Garden Salad Catering - $50: Fresh lettuce, tomatoes, green peppers, red onions, cucumbers, and black olives.
- Chef Salad Catering - $75: Genoa salami, ham, turkey, and provolone cheese served on a bed of romaine/iceberg blend lettuce, shredded mozzarella, cucumbers, onions, tomatoes, black olives, and banana peppers.
- Tossed Salad Catering - $50
- Cold Antipasto Salad Catering - $75: Chopped cured meats, fresh cheeses, and briny olives.
- Chicken Parmigiana Catering - $70: Breaded chicken and homemade pasta tossed in marinara sauce and covered with cheese.
- Chicken Marsala Catering - $80: Breaded chicken sauteed with mushrooms in a marsala wine sauce served with your choice of pasta.
- Chicken Francese Catering - $80
- Chicken Scarpello Catering - $80
- Shrimp Parmigiana Catering - $105
- Shrimp Marinara Catering - $100
- Shrimp Scampi Catering - $100: Large pieces of shrimp smothered in butter, garlic, and wine sauce served with freshly squeezed lemon juice.
- Fried Scampi Catering - $100
- Veal Parmigiana Catering - $90: Veal cutlets, tomato sauce, and parmesan cheese.
- Veal & Peppers Catering - $95
- Eggplant Parmesan Catering - $60
- Eggplant Rollatini Catering - $80: Slices of eggplant, dusted in wheat flour or lightly breaded and covered with ricotta and other cheeses and seasonings.
- Eggplant Bruschetta Catering - $80
- Buffalo Wings Catering - $80: Chicken wings breaded and fried, then tossed in buffalo sauce.
Frequently Asked Questions about Giovanni's Pizzeria
- What type of cuisine does this restaurant specialize in?
- Italian cuisine featuring classic NYC-style pizzas, lasagna, chicken parmigiana pizza, and traditional Mediterranean-inspired dishes.
- What is the overall customer sentiment about this restaurant?
- Rated 3.8/5, customers praise the solid NYC pizza and garlic knots, though opinions on service, cleanliness, and value vary significantly.
- Which diets does this restaurant support based on its menu?
- Giovanni's Pizzeria supports keto, gluten-free, vegan, and high-protein diets through dishes like Garden Salad, Shrimp Scampi, and Chicken Scarpello.
- What do customers love most about this restaurant according to reviews?
- With a 3.8/5 rating, customers love the solid classic NYC pizza, old-school atmosphere, kind service, pepperoni pie, and garlic knots.
- What makes this restaurant unique or special?
- Giovanni’s Pizzeria is special for its wood-smoked, hand-stretched pizzas and a menu featuring 37 dietary options including keto and vegan.
- Which dishes work for multiple diets at once (e.g., keto + gluten-free)?
- Garden Salad Catering, Shrimp Scampi Catering, and Chicken Scarpello Catering all accommodate multiple diets including keto and gluten-free.
- Does this restaurant have a website or online ordering?
- Giovanni's Pizzeria has a website at https://www.giovannisoncolumbus.com and offers 10% off any order of $150 or more.
- What is the restaurant's atmosphere and style?
- Giovanni's Pizzeria features a rustic, old-school atmosphere and classic NYC style, serving as a convenient neighborhood gem for quick bites.
- Where is this restaurant located?
- Giovanni's Pizzeria is located on Columbus Avenue in New York City, according to the restaurant's website and review summary.
- Is this restaurant good for casual dining or more upscale?
- Giovanni's Pizzeria offers casual, budget-friendly ($) dining with an old-school atmosphere ideal for a quick bite or sharing classic pizza.